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Siti Khadijah Binti Ahmad1, Muhammad Akmal Bin Zakaria, Risha Devi K S Mani
1Department of Psychological Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Journal of Psychiatric Practice
|March 27, 2026
Summary
Online fraud victims, particularly older females, face significant psychological distress. This study highlights two cases where online fraud victimization led to brief psychotic disorder, emphasizing the mental health impact of cybercrime.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Criminology
- Cybersecurity
Background:
- Online fraud cases have surged globally, with Malaysia reporting 36,936 cases in 2023, causing substantial financial losses.
- Factors like financial insecurity, social isolation, and loneliness increase susceptibility to online fraud.
- Victims often exhibit traits such as higher impulsivity and addiction scores, and tend to be older and female.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report two cases of brief psychotic disorder linked to the psychological stress of online fraud victimization.
- To underscore the adverse mental health outcomes following online fraud experiences.
Main Methods:
- Case report methodology.
- Clinical observation and psychological assessment of two individuals experiencing distress after online fraud victimization.
Main Results:
- Two cases of brief psychotic disorder were identified in individuals who experienced significant psychological distress due to online fraud.
- The findings suggest a link between the stress of online fraud victimization and the onset of acute psychotic episodes.
Conclusions:
- Online fraud can precipitate severe mental health issues, including brief psychotic disorder.
- Healthcare providers should consider psychological impacts of cybercrime when assessing patients presenting with acute distress or psychosis.
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